Roads, quality good roads, are crucial for the development of the rural communities. Imo rural roads are no doubt, in bad shape. The state government has reportedly pointed at the rains as reasons due attention has not been given to them. But we also point out that there have been delays in fixing the rural roads overtime. To some of the people in the corridors of power, the fact that Imo is located in the rainforest, like any other state in the Southeast or Eastern part of Nigeria, is enough…
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GIWA GARDENS: Metaphor For Poor, Poor Sanwoolu Era
BY STEVE OSUJ POOR NIGERIAN GOVERNORS: Most Nigerian governors have performed below par since 1999. But some have been abysmal. Current Lagos State governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwoolu falls into the latter category: among of the poorest of the class. Sanwoolu’s output is particularly pathetic especially in the face of Lagos’ bounteous resources. But of course, Lagosians are not oblivious of his peculiar status. EXPRESSO will publish a comprehensive Sanwoolu scorecard next year, but today, a certain magnificent complex called GIWA GARDENS Waterpark and Resorts is the telling metaphor we shall…
Read More2027 Polls: Isu Nation Convention Roars, Rejects Imo Charter Of Equity, Decries Long Years Of Marginalisation In Orlu zone, Imo
By Williams Odunze In a frantic bid to get fair share in distribution of political positions in Imo State, a group , Isu Nation Convention has in serious terms, demanded that the Isu clan should be given fair treatment in the present distribution of political positions in Imo State, come 2027. The group made the demand following what it described as long years of neglect in power sharing among the major blocks in the State. In a communique made available to Journalists after its executive meeting in Owerri,at the weekend…
Read MoreBEN KALU’S ATTACK ON GOV. ALEX OTTI, SHOW OF SHAME, IRRESPONSIBILITY, INACTIVENESS
BY DURU ROBINSON NWABUEZE The recent baseless, irresponsible attack on Gov. Alex Otti by the Deputy Speaker, RT. Hon. Ben Kalu has come to our interest and it is high time the irresponsibility be addressed and responded. We, the concerned and responsible citizens of Abia state, having come across the ballant lies, baseless criticism and relentless assault on Governor Otti’s administration which is masked on attacker’s personal ambition to raise political profile and gain cheap popularity. Kalu in his recent bombardments of attacks is not Governor Otti but to…
Read MoreClosure of 6 Markets For Tinubu’s Visit: Owerri Based Lawyer Drags Imo Govt, Trade/ Investment Commissioner, Anunobi To Court
…Demands N2bn damages An Owerri Based Human Rights Lawyer, Okafor, of Okemuo Chambers has instituted a human rights enforcement suit against the Imo State government for ordering the closure of six major markets in the state recently, to compel traders to abandon their businesses for the reception of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu who visited the State on that day to commission some projects executed by the Governor Hope Uzodinma administration. Barr . Okafor, in the originating Summons marked as Suit No:FHC/OW/FHR/89/2025 with the caption, “IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION…
Read MoreRestarting the SIM as fire welcomes Fubara back to office
By Ignatius Chukwu Those whose mobile telephony lines get suspended or lost look forward to a ‘welcome back’. That way, they get the Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) back. Many think Rivers State got their SIM card suspended. Now it is back. This illustration seems to help understand the return of Gov Sim Fubara to power. This return has however been welcomed with a big fire disaster at the heart of the public service, the famous Diete Spiff secretariat. The state was shocked to find that a floor was ablaze at…
Read MoreBetween Two Norths – How Tinubu’s Appointments Exposed Identity Crisis of Kwara and Kogi’s Northern Yorubas
By Olugbenga Adebamiwa ( Newspot Political and Social Analyst) In Nigeria’s complex political geography, few regions embody contradiction like Kwara and Kogi States. Historically part of the Northern Region, both are home to large Yoruba populations who share cultural, linguistic, and ancestral ties with the Southwest. Yet, politically, they have long been absorbed into the northern fold, a legacy of colonial demarcations and post-independence realignments. The recent appointments of Bashir Bayo Ojulari (from Kwara) as Group CEO of NNPC Limited and Professor Joash Amupitan (from Kogi) as INEC Chairman by…
Read MoreTrials Of The Lord’s General: Uma Ukpai Lost Children, Church Members In One Single Day
Renowned Nigerian-born televangelist, Rev. Uma Ukpai, president of Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Ministries, passed away on October 6, 2025, the family confirmed in a statement released today, October 13. His death marks the end of a life defined by faith, resilience, and extraordinary service to humanity. Ukpai, who dedicated decades to evangelism across continents, once recounted one of the most harrowing experiences of his life: the tragic loss of two of his children and several church members in a single day. In a past interview, Rev. Uma Ukpai recounted…
Read MoreHallelujah challenge: Nathaniel Bassey Opens Up On Wife’s Multiple Miscarriages
It was with such a heavy heart that Nigerian pastor Nathaniel Bassey made a private part of his marriage and relationship with his wife open. The man of God, who also doubles as the determined convener of the Hallelujah Challenge, recounted his family’s struggles with conception. According to him, his wife has experienced miscarriage five different times. He made this known during the October 10 praise service. An X user went on the platform to react to the painful discovery, stating that he was moved to tears. Other…
Read MoreKanu Will Get The Justice He Deserves” – Presidency Dismisses
According to a reports on Friday, October 10, 2025, the Presidency has dismissed calls for the release of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, insisting that his ongoing trial will continue in accordance with the law. This comes as activist Omoyele Sowore announced plans to stage a #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest at the Presidential Villa on October 20, calling it a “historic” demonstration for justice. Reacting to the planned protest, Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga criticised Sowore’s approach, describing him as “an anarchist masquerading as a rights…
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